Shada Al-Ala Mountain: Historic Legacy and Notable Landmark at Al-Baha
Located in the southwest of Saudi Arabia, Al-Baha Region boasts a vast array of archaeological sites and historic structures that deeply reflect the region’s cultural heritage.
Al-Qara Hill and the oratory of Shada Al-Ala Mountain represent notable landmarks mirroring Al-Baha’s vibrant past, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Situated at atop Jabal Shada in Al-Makhwah Governorate, the oratory of Shada Al-Ala Mountain spans over an area of approximately 9 sq. meters.
Interestingly, the structure rises over 2,200 meters above sea level. That is why it takes an arduous four-hour trek from the nearest village to reach it.
Generally, the oratory represented as an isolated place. However, it has preserved its four walls, despite the fact that its roof has collapsed and remains unrestorable because of the site’s extreme inaccessibility as well as the rugged terrain leading to it.
Researcher Saeed Al-Shadwi talked about their presence in various glossaries, historical records and poetic works dating back to the sixth century.
During his visit to the oratory, Al-Shadwi underscored that the white rock situated beneath the mountain to the northwest is a triangular formation generally known as “Al-Marwa” and the summit is named “Qimmat Al-Marwa” after it.
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